PREVIEW

The Madi Hiyaa restaurant sits in a tropical lagoon in the Maldives looking like a monster of the deep. Inspired by man’s history of battling giant sea creatures, and taking the shape of the pink whip rays that graze in the lagoon the overwater Yakitori Restaurant and Bar is the brainchild of bosses at Nomadic Resorts. They have revamped this part of the Banyan Tree Vabinfaru resort to create a new iconic dining experience. As well as being a stunning example of biomimicry, the naturally ventilated, bio-climatic structure features an incredible sea saltwater infinity pool and an array of overwater catamaran nets where guests can relax while enjoying breathtaking sunset panoramas, caressed by the gentle sea breeze. Crafted using bamboo, the structure is amplified by the dramatic Maldivian landscape and reflected in the lagoon. Being one of the fastest growing renewable building materials in the world, bamboo is an extremely effective carbon sink. Madi Hiyaa, is the latest member to the family of ray-inspired structures that Nomadic Resorts and demonstrates Nomadic Resorts’ design approach that is inspired by the belief that architecture should serve as a bridge to connect nature, culture, and people.